Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.
Your English-language guide to Mali's news landscape — clear, credible and up to date.
Côte d’Ivoire’s green ambitions on World Environment Day Abidjan — Côte d’Ivoire has reaffirmed its commitment to building a resilient, low-carbon and environmentally friendly economy during this year’s World Environment Day celebrations. The global theme, “Air — Take Action on Climate,” aligns with the country’s national focus on tackling air pollution and climate challenges. The […]
Since its inception in November 2021, the systematic audit of invalidity and reversion pensions paid by the Cameroonian state has generated approximately 12 billion FCFA in annual savings. This significant figure, announced by Minister of Finance Louis Paul Motaze, highlights the extent of irregularities that had previously burdened the nation’s payroll system. This initiative forms […]
The renationalization of Eneo in Cameroon has triggered financial concerns from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). In its assessments, which were made public in May 2026, the global institution cautioned Yaoundé regarding the potential fiscal burden of the operation. This move saw the state reclaim nearly all capital from the former subsidiary of the British […]
The cashew marketing season in Côte d’Ivoire is currently in full swing. While the Cotton and Cashew Council anticipates a robust output of over 1.3 million tonnes of nuts this year, mirroring recent trends, projections suggest a potential drop of 200,000 tonnes compared to the previous year. Significant challenges are emerging in specific regions, particularly […]
With their energy supplies repeatedly faltering, Bénin and Togo are accelerating political and economic cooperation to secure their industrial growth. The two neighboring nations are pooling resources and investments to break free from external energy dependence and forge a robust regional power grid. Last April’s fire at Ghana’s Akosombo substation abruptly cut off 1,000 megawatts […]
Digital economy Gabon’s digital talent war: investing in the future By Editor-in-Chief June 4, 2026 82 No comment Libreville, June 4, 2026 – Gabon has just taken one of the most decisive steps in its digital transformation strategy. By allocating five billion CFA francs to the National Institute of Posts, Information and Communication Technologies (INPTIC), […]
The findings of a comprehensive study examining the effectiveness of tax incentives and the overall fiscal policy in Chad’s emerging sectors were unveiled on June 3, 2026, during a high-level workshop in N’Djamena. Conducted by the Ministry of Finance with support from the African Development Bank (AfDB), the study provides a detailed analysis of the […]
Libreville, Thursday, June 4, 2026 – For months, the prospect of a landmark agreement between Gabon and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has been a constant topic within economic, diplomatic, and financial circles. Despite persistent rumors of an imminent signing, the official accord remained elusive. President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema has finally shed light on […]
When Bassirou Diomaye Faye dismissed Ousmane Sonko on May 23, 2026, the move signaled more than a personal rift—it exposed a fundamental clash over Senegal’s economic direction. Two years after Faye’s April 2024 election victory, which initially united them under the same banner, their partnership collapsed over three critical issues: debt management, hydrocarbon policies, and […]
The dismissal of Ousmane Sonko by Bassirou Diomaye Faye on May 23, 2026, did not stem from a clash of personalities. Instead, it marked the inevitable end of a cohabitation between two fundamentally opposing economic philosophies, which had long operated under the same political banner. Two years after the April 2024 presidential transition, which saw […]
Digital transformation demands accessibility, yet some policies push citizens further away from technology. This is the paradox facing Cameroon today. Cameroon’s phone tax: a barrier to digital inclusion and economic growth Across Africa, nations that have successfully navigated digital transitions prioritized affordable technology access and citizen connectivity. Cameroon appears to be taking a different path—one […]
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a comprehensive study focusing on the independence of Central Banks across the Middle East, North Africa, Central Asia, and the Caucasus. This report concludes that a greater degree of autonomy for Central Banks is directly correlated with more effective control over inflation and enhanced resilience against significant macroeconomic […]
